Problem
In VideoLan (VLC) version 2.0.1 when you start a video you can hear the audio but you cannot see any video. Instead of the video you can see an image showing black and white rectangles.

Solution
It is necessary to set the Output in video settings to DirectX (DirectDraw).
Here are the istructions:

  • Go to menu Tools --> Preferences --> Select the Videoicon at the left
  • Set the option "Output" selecting from the drop down menù the option "Direct X (DirectDraw) video output"
  • Save




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